Should You Grade Iron Valiant ex #249 from Paradox Rift?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Iron Valiant ex #249. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 37.7% based on 5,700 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $117.75 vs a raw market of $19.99. Expected value of grading: $-24.96 (-28% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Paradox Rift · #249 · Special Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-25 (-28% ROI)
Based on raw market $19.99, PSA 10 $117.75, gem rate 37.7% (5,700 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Iron Valiant ex #249 to PSA for grading. EV factors in real PSA population data (gem rates), live market prices for raw and graded copies, and PSA's tiered fee structure including upcharges when a card's graded value exceeds the tier's Max Insured Value. Adjust the inputs to match your card's exact condition for a personalized recommendation.
PSA population summary
| Grade | Population | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | 2,151 | 37.7% |
| PSA 9 | 2,876 | 50.5% |
| PSA 8 | 575 | 10.1% |
| PSA 7 | 60 | 1.1% |
